Athletic Trainer jobs in Olympia, WA

Athletic Trainer treats and prevents athletic injuries by developing therapies to reduce pain and improve mobility under the direction of a physician. Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing. Being an Athletic Trainer may require state license to practice. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in exercise science, sports science or equivalent. Additionally, Athletic Trainer typically requires certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Athletic Trainer occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Athletic Trainer typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Temporary Assistant Athletic Trainer
  • Saint Martin's University
  • Lacey, WA TEMPORARY
  • The Department of Athletics at Saint Martin’s University is seeking a Temporary Assistant Athletic Trainer
    Salary/Wage: $40/ hour; 20 hours/ week x 13 weeks
    Saint Martin’s University and the Department of Athletics are fully committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an experience that recognizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as integral components of workplace success.
    Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective of diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in higher education are encouraged to apply.
    The Administrative Assistant to the Director of Nursing will perform complex and varied assignments for the Director of Nursing and assist with the general administration of the department.
    The Temporary Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for the care and management of the 13 sports at Saint Martin's University, under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer and full time Assistant Athletic Trainer. This is to include, injury prevention, evaluation, management and treatment of athletic injuries, short and long-term rehabilitation of athletic injuries, education and counseling of student-athletes. The Temporary Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for athletic related health care administration in consultation with and under the supervision of the Team Physician(s) and other qualified medical personnel.
    Essential Functions and Responsibilities
    Pre/Post Practice & Competition Preparation
    Perform daily pre- and post- practice /competition preparation based on schedules provided by coaching staff in the athletic training room. This may include but is not limited to taping, treatments of athletic-related injuries using therapeutic modalities (heat, cold, ultrasound, EMS), providing water and ice for practice/competition. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for communicating the status of injured student-athletes to his or her coach in addition to any practice modifications/accommodations that may be needed. Some camp medical coverage will be required.
    Manage Rehabilitation Programs
    The Assistant Athletic Trainer will develop and supervise rehabilitation programs for student-athletes with athletic-related injuries in the Athletic Training Room. Rehabilitation programs will be designed on an individual basis, specific to the injury stage and sport demands of each student athlete. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will monitor each student-athlete’s rehabilitation progress and advance as appropriate, keeping in mind the overall health and well-being of the student-athlete.
    Injury Assessment
    The Assistant Athletic Trainer will be responsible for performing injury evaluations for athletic-related injuries and managing emergency care when needed. The evaluation will be conducted using the HOPS method, which includes taking a comprehensive history of the present injury and any related previous injuries, observation and bilateral comparison of injured body part, palpation of the injured area, and any relevant special/stress tests to determine ligament stability, joint range of motion, and muscle strength. Based on the information gathered during the evaluation the Assistant Athletic Trainer will then make an injury assessment and determine whether physician referral is needed. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for notifying coaches when a student-athlete is injured and will keep the coach updated as to the student-athlete’s condition
    Maintenance of Student Medical Records
    The Assistant Athletic Trainer will maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all student athletes. This will include documentation of any injuries (athletic-related and non-athletic-related injuries) reported to the Athletic Training Room, daily treatment logs, rehabilitation goals and progress, and any related medical documentation (physician notes, operative reports, discharge notes, and radiology reports). These records may only be released by the Assistant Athletic Trainer, with the student-athlete’s consent. The Assistant Athletic Trainer may be asked to assist in filing and collecting documents for any claims filed to the secondary insurance policy. Documents should be completed and approved by the Head Athletic Trainer. Any disputed claims must be brought to the Head Athletic Trainer and will be managed on a case-by-case basis.
    Minimum qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree Athletic Training or related field, such as Exercise Science or Kinesiology. Master’s degree preferred.
    • Must pass the Board of Certification exam and have graduated from a CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) accredited program.
    • Athletic Training experience at the collegiate level preferred
    • Must have written verification of Washington State License to practice as an athletic trainer.
    • Successfully pass a criminal background check.
    • Basic Life Support and/or First Aid/CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certified
    Competencies
    • Must be supportive of a Catholic, Benedictine philosophy of education.
    • Stays apprised of current policies, legal and ethical issues in higher education including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) and other relevant local state and federal educational and health care laws.
    • Serve as a liaison between athletes, coaches, team physicians and other health care professional under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer.
    • Maintains accurate, detailed, and up-to-date student-athlete records that include injury evaluation and subsequent treatment notes, rehabilitation programs, medical documentation (physician notes, radiology reports, etc.) and insurance claim documentation. Understands the confidential nature of the information under their care and maintains that confidentiality.
    • Communicate clearly and effectively with student-athletes, coaches, Department of Athletics staff and medical personnel regarding student-athlete injuries and current status, and day-to-day operation of Athletic Training Room. Earns the trust, respect, and confidence of coworkers, students, parents and coaches through consistent honesty, forthrightness and professionalism in all interactions.
    • Maintains a daily work schedule that allows sufficient time to meet in-season teams’ pre- and post-practice/competition needs.
    • Performs accurate injury assessments for athletic-related injuries and makes physician referrals as necessary.
    • Responds to difficult, stressful or sensitive situations in ways that reduce or minimize potential conflict and maintains good working relationships among internal and external community members.
    • Demonstrates a strong commitment to the Student-Athlete concept and a working knowledge of NCAA/GNAC rules and regulations is required.
    • Composes letters, memos, emails, spreadsheets, reports and other written documents with clearly organized thoughts, proper sentence construction, punctuation and grammar. Demonstrated experience with databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
    • Carefully inputs data and prepares documents accurately and reviews all work before submission.
    • Adapts to new and changing situations with ease
    Application procedures
    To be considered for this position, applicants must submit the following to the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine and Wellness:
    • Cover letter specifying interest and how their background has prepared you for this position.
    • Current resume.
    SAINT MARTIN’S UNIVERSITY
    Established in 1895, Saint Martin’s University is the educational mission of Saint Martin’s Abbey, a Catholic Benedictine monastery, whose members pray, work, and live together on the University campus. The physical beauty of Saint Martin’s 300-acre campus reflects the rich intellectual and spiritual nature of its presence in the Pacific Northwest.
    Essential features of University life are animated by its Benedictine identity and its participation in the centuries-old traditions of Catholic intellectual thought and the search for truth.
    Thus, the University honors students and guides them towards achieving academic excellence. Superior teaching is the expected norm. Rooted in the long tradition of the liberal arts, the University curriculum cultivates creativity and the ability to communicate and pursue ideas; critical thinking and independent inquiry; academic proficiency; the formation of sound ethical judgments; and service to humanity.
    Reflecting the Benedictine virtue of hospitality, the University welcomes and, really, seeks students and employees not only from the Pacific Northwest, but also from other parts of the nation and the world at its main and extension campuses. Saint Martin’s treasures persons of all ages, religions, and nationalities as it encourages cognizance of diverse viewpoints and an appreciation of all cultures.
    Ranked by Niche as the second (#2) most diverse private college in Washington State in 2020. Saint Martin’s is extremely proud of our student diversity. Our university treasures persons of all abilities, ages, ethnicities, genders, nationalities, orientations, races, and religions. In particular, we know that students educated in an ethnically diverse setting perform better academically and reap greater professional success than their peers from more homogeneous learning environments. We proudly celebrate that our student population is 51% undergraduate and 32% graduate students of color.
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Temporary Assistant Athletic Trainer
  • Saint Martin's University
  • Lacey, WA TEMPORARY
  • The Department of Athletics at Saint Martin’s University is seeking a Temporary Assistant Athletic Trainer Salary/Wage: $40/ hour; 20 hours/ week x 13 weeks Saint Martin’s University and the Departmen...
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Assistant Athletic Trainer
  • Saint Martin's University
  • Lacey, WA FULL_TIME
  • Saint Martin’s University, invites applications for an Assistant Athletic Trainer The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for the care and management of the 13 sports at Saint Martin's Universit...
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Certified Athletic Trainer
  • Olympia Orthopaedic Associates
  • Olympia, WA FULL_TIME
  • Certified Athletic Trainer – Olympia Orthopaedic Associates Location: Olympia, WA Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24 - $31.67 per hour (pay is determined based on years of experience) Summary of benefits: O...
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Clinical Certified Athletic Trainer - Medical Group - $8,000 Sign On Bonus
  • Columbia Memorial Hospital
  • Astoria, OR FULL_TIME
  • *$8,000 sign-on bonus for applicants who have zero seniority at CMH and who meet all other conditions for payment** **To receive sign-on bonus, applicant must sign an offer letter by March 31, 2024, a...
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Accounting-Bookkeeper (part-time)
  • The Valley Athletic Club
  • Olympia, WA PART_TIME
  • The Valley Athletic Club is seeking a part time, qualified applicant for a bookkeeping position. Successful applicants possess bookkeeping experience, strong customer service skills, are willing to pa...
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Athletic Trainer
  • Blazer Jobs
  • Puyallup, WA
  • Athletic Trainer for After School Program - Puyallup We are looking for an Athletic Trainer to join our after school tea...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Operations Manager
  • ULINE
  • Lacey, WA
  • Operations Manager Pay from $96,000 to $160,000 per year Washington Branch 3131 Hogum Bay Road NE, Lacey, WA 98516 Drive...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Warehouse Associate
  • ULINE
  • Lacey, WA
  • Warehouse Associate Pay from $25 to $30 per hour Washington Branch 3131 Hogum Bay Road NE, Lacey, WA 98516 Uline: Where ...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Children's Fitness Instructor
  • The Little Gym of Puyallup
  • Tacoma, WA
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits: Flexible schedule Free uniforms Training & development Children's Fitness Inst...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Children's Fitness Instructor
  • The Little Gym of Federal Way
  • Federal Way, WA
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits: Flexible schedule Free uniforms Training & development Children's Fitness Inst...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Warehouse Management Trainee
  • ULINE
  • Lacey, WA
  • Warehouse Management Trainee Pay from $26 to $33 per hour Washington Branch 3131 Hogum Bay Road NE, Lacey, WA 98516 Are ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Head Girls Wrestling - Foss High School
  • Tacoma Public Schools (wa)
  • Tacoma, WA
  • Tacoma Public SchoolsExpected Start Date: November 2024Season Dates: November - MarchSalary Level: $27.40/per hourThis p...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Athletic Trainer
  • Blazer Jobs
  • Puyallup, WA
  • Athletic Trainer for After School Program - Puyallup We are looking for an Athletic Trainer to join our after school tea...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Olympia, Washington

Olympia is the capital of the U.S. state of Washington and the county seat of Thurston County. European settlers claimed the area in 1846, with the Treaty of Medicine Creek initiated in 1854, and the Treaty of Olympia initiated in January 1856. Olympia was incorporated as a town on January 28, 1859, and as a City in 1882. The population was 46,479 as of the 2010 census, making it the 24th largest city in the state. The city borders Lacey to the east and Tumwater to the south. Olympia is a cultural center of the southern Puget Sound region. Olympia is located 60 miles (100 km) southwest of Seat...
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What does an Athletic Trainer do?

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Frequently, athletic trainers are the first ones on the scene in the event of an injury.
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An athletic trainer’s administrative responsibilities may include regular meetings with an athletic director or other administrative officer to deal with budgets, purchasing, policy implementation, and other business-related issues.
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An athletic trainer must possess an immense amount of knowledge regarding the human body.
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